2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |